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Washington Mystics Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Washington Mystics Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Washington Mystics Jersey

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.713387.1
Object Type Jersey, Basketball
Manufacturer (Founded 1949)
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (synthetic), dye, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 20 3/4 in x D 32 in (52.7 cm x 81.3 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size Large
Physical DescriptionWhite Mystics basketball jersey custom-made for President Obama. There are blue stripes with black details along either side of the chest with the "Mystics" logo in blue above "44" outlined in orange. On the right upper chest is the Adidas logo and on the left upper chest is the WNBA logo in blue. On the back is "44 Obama". Size Large. The logo and number are stitched on. Adidas tag on bottom left.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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